Mary Ann, the founder of Modern Wellness and Pilates, brings an exceptional blend of expertise in clinical knowledge, Pilates mastery and professional dance experience. Fitness has always been a part of Mary Ann’s life. As a former professional dancer, she started training at the age of four. Throughout her dance training Pilates was an integral part of her day and attributes the longevity of her career to the Pilates method. She received her BFA in ballet from the Joffrey Ballet /New School University in New York City (2001). Her professional credits include performing in New York City, Las Vegas and across the world on cruise lines, most notably Crystal and Princess Cruises. During her performing years she became a fully certified Pilates instructor from Core Pilates NYC (2007), where she was hired as an instructor. Upon moving to Las Vegas, she specialized in Pilates-based rehabilitation at Sports Physical Therapy. She was also an instructor at Qua Bath and Spa at Ceasars Palace. 

In 2017, Mary Ann graduated from Nova Southeastern University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Her goal is to encompass her passions of dance, Pilates and Physical Therapy in helping others explore the joy of movement